This book provides a concise introduction to important aspects of contemporary innovation policy, with particular emphasis on its impact on economic growth and development. It addresses a non-specialist audience interested in quickly building background knowledge, getting familiar with the terminology, and understanding core concerns and debates in this area of policy. The book has its origins in a more extensive report to the World Bank prepared to impart background information to middle- and upper-level policy decision-makers and analysts as well as stakeholders from industry and universities from developing countries prior to engaging in intensive “how-to” policy training. Our audience also includes upper-level undergraduate and graduate students embarking on the study of innovation policy.
Featuring contributions from leading scholars and policy experts, this volume references critical readings presents a wide array of data, on the following topics:

• Fundamentals of Innovation Policy for Growth and Development
• University Entrepreneurship
• Strategic Alliances / Knowledge-Intensive Partnerships
• Clusters / Science Parks / Knowledge Business Incubators
• High Risk Finance
• Intellectual Property, Standards
  

Series: SpringerBriefs in Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Paperback: 122 pages
Publisher: Springer; 2015 edition (December 11, 2014)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1493922327
ISBN-13: 978-1493922321
    Product Dimensions:         6.1 x 0.3 x 9.2 inches   
Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
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